MSD of Moorestown / MSD of Noblesville, IN

EXECUTIVE SESSION

This is a closed-door executive session of the Noblesville Schools board, not open to the public. The board will discuss matters permitted under Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b) and then adjourn. No public decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Closed session under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)
• Meeting at Educational Services Center, 18025 River Road, Noblesville, IN

WORK SESSION

The Noblesville Schools Board of School Trustees is holding a work session open to the public. The main item is a budget hearing on the 2027 budget, presented by Chief Financial Officer David Hortemiller. The board will also take public comment on agenda topics and adjourn.

• 2027 budget hearing with CFO David Hortemiller presentation
• Public comment period (30 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker, sign-up required)
• Next regular board meeting scheduled for Oct 27, 2026 at 6 p.m.

WORK SESSION - JOINT WITH NOBLESVILLE CITY COUNCIL

The Noblesville Schools Board of Trustees and the Noblesville City Council are holding a joint work session to discuss referendum information and other topics. The agenda includes public comment, discussion items, and adjournment motions. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Referendum Information discussion
• Joint discussion between School Board and City Council
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker, 30-minute limit)
• Next regular board meeting: Oct 27, 2026, 6 p.m.

PRE-BARGAINING HEARING

Noblesville Schools and the Teachers' Forum will hold a public hearing to discuss items related to teacher collective bargaining before formal negotiations begin. The hearing is required by Indiana Code 20-29-6-1(b) and will include public testimony. Speakers are limited to 3 minutes and must sign in before speaking.

• Public hearing required by SEA 390 before collective bargaining
• Public testimony limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Superintendent Dr. Daniel Hile represents the school corporation
• Hearing held at Educational Services Center, 18025 River Road, Noblesville

REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

The Noblesville Schools Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on September 8, 2026, to conduct district business. Action items include approving a new expanded background check policy for employees, awarding a bid for the Noblesville High School AHU replacement project (Bid Pack 5), and approving a right-of-way acquisition at Hazel Dell Elementary for the SR 32 expansion. The board will also consider consent items such as claims, donations, minutes, out-of-state trips, and personnel changes, and hear reports on strategic planning and building updates.

• Action: Approve expanded background checks for employees per new Indiana law
• Action: Award bid for Noblesville High School AHU replacement, Bid Pack 5
• Action: Approve right-of-way acquisition at Hazel Dell Elementary for SR 32 expansion
• Consent: Approve overnight trips for NHS students (Orlando, New Zealand/Australia)
• Recognition: Hare Teachers Spotlight honors three Stony Creek Elementary teachers

EXECUTIVE SESSION

REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

The Noblesville Schools Board of School Trustees will hold its regular meeting on August 18, 2026, to conduct district business. Key actions include approving a referendum rate schedule for the November 3, 2026, ballot, adopting 18 policy updates, and approving consent items such as claims totaling over $13.9 million. The board will also consider a Hamilton East Public Library Board appointment and the Child Nutrition Programs Procurement Plan. Public comment periods are scheduled for agenda and non-agenda topics.

• Resolution approving referendum rate schedule for Nov. 3, 2026 election
• Claims totaling $5,938,904.88 payroll and $8,031,464.99 purchases
• Adoption of 18 policies including A100, A200, C175, F101, G325
• Appointment to Hamilton East Public Library Board (Courtney Chamberlin, term through 2030)
• Child Nutrition Programs Procurement Plan approval

EXECUTIVE SESSION

The school board will meet in a closed executive session. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion topics.

REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

The July 21 regular school board meeting includes a consent agenda approving payroll claims of $10,991,721.19 and other invoices totaling $33,135,454.83. Action items seek approval for an easement with the Hamilton County Drainage Board, a resurfacing contract for the Noblesville East Middle School track, and a resolution to transfer money between the Debt Service Funds and the Operations Funds. The board will also review new curricular material selections and first‑read policy updates.

• Approval of payroll claims ($10,991,721.19) and other invoices ($33,135,454.83)
• Easement agreement with Hamilton County Drainage Board
• Contract with Byrne and Jones to resurface Noblesville East Middle School track
• Resolution to transfer funds between Debt Service Funds and Operations Funds
• Selection and purchase of new curricular materials for finance, digital marketing, and U.S. history

EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Noblesville School Corporation Board will meet in an executive (closed) session on July 21, 2026 at 5 p.m. in the Educational Services Center Conference Room, 18025 River Road, Noblesville, IN. The session is called under Indiana Code 5‑14‑1.5‑6.1(b) and is limited to discussion, information, and procedural matters. No specific agenda items are disclosed in the public agenda. The Board President will adjourn the session after discussion.

REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

The Noblesville School Board approved a referendum tax levy resolution to place a referendum on the November 3, 2026 ballot, seeking voter approval to extend a tax levy for operational purposes to maintain current programming and staff. The board also heard a presentation on a potential referendum and received public comment from six patrons on the topic. Additionally, the board approved Career and Technical Education contracts for the 2026-2027 school year and accepted consent items including claims totaling $5,098,136.71.

• Approved Referendum Tax Levy Resolution to place a referendum on the November 3, 2026 ballot for operational funding
• Public comment from six patrons regarding a potential referendum
• Approved CTE contracts with ABC Construction Prep Academy, All Heart Nurse Aide Training Center, LLC, and EMT Medical Training Solutions, LLC for 2026-2027
• Claims approved: payroll $3,839,133.61 and purchases $1,259,003.10
• Recognized 2026 Teachers of the Year: Kristina Trusty (Hinkle Creek), Kristen Durst (Noblesville West Middle), Caroline Hays (Noblesville High)

EXECUTIVE SESSION

This is a procedural executive session of the Noblesville School Board, closed to the public under Indiana Code. No specific decisions or public business are discussed; the meeting is called to order and adjourned without public action.

• No public agenda items; meeting is closed per I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b).

REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

The board heard a financial update from Superintendent Dr. Daniel Hile explaining the impact of recent legislative changes and the potential need for a referendum renewal. The board also approved consent items including claims totaling over $15 million and recognized students, staff, and achievements. No public comment was given on agenda topics.

• Financial update: possible referendum renewal discussed due to new property tax legislation
• Claims approved: payroll total $7,057,549.03 and purchases total $8,353,853.15 (claims 1,251,642 through 1,251,956)
• Recognitions: student artwork selected for ESC display; Miller of the Year award to nine staff members; wrestling team with 20-6 record; NAMM Best Community for Music Education (12th year); winter guard 5th in state
• Strategic plan update: Noblesville Schools Hall of Fame structure now complete near Community Center; 2025 inaugural class and 2026 second class announced
• Building spotlight: Promise Road Elementary School shared best practices for positive school culture and support

EXECUTIVE SESSION

This is a closed executive session of the Noblesville School Board, not open to the public. The board discussed matters permitted under Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b). The session lasted from 4 p.m. to 5:55 p.m. No public decisions were made.

• Executive session held per I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b) with attached agenda (PDF).

EXECUTIVE SESSION

This agenda is for a closed executive session of the Noblesville School Board, held on May 5, 2026. The session was called to order at 12 p.m. and adjourned at 3:05 p.m. No public business was conducted; the specific subject matter is listed only in an attached agenda not provided here.

• Executive session held under Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)
• Session called to order at 12:00 p.m.
• Adjourned at 3:05 p.m. with a 5-0 vote

REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

The board voted 5-0 to approve consent agenda items including $22.2M in claims, staff changes, and overnight trips. It also received a report on the new state A-F grading system mandated by HEA 1498-2025, effective immediately for the 2025-2026 school year. Student groups and teachers were recognized, and White River Elementary shared its school culture programs.

• Approved payroll claims of $11,504,461.99 and purchase invoices of $10,725,564.76 (total ~$22.23M)
• Approved overnight trips: NHS girls tennis to Crawfordsville, NEMS 8th grade performing arts to Mason OH, NHS boys cross country to Madison IN, NHS dance to Lake Buena Vista FL
• Heard update on Academic Excellence goal, including the new Indiana A-F accountability model approved by the state board in March 2026
• Recognized middle school wrestling, show choir (record 4 wins each), robotics team (31st at state), NHS journalism (Hoosier Star awards), jazz band (state finalist), gymnastics and swim/dive (state qualifiers)
• White River Elementary spotlighted programs: BMX event, reading with athletes, book club, seasonal clothing support

EXECUTIVE SESSION

The school board met in a closed executive session on April 14, 2026. The agenda is procedural and does not list specific discussion topics beyond the general authority of Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b).

SPECIAL SESSION - JOINT WITH NOBLESVILLE CITY COUNCIL

This is a special joint meeting of the Noblesville School Board and City Council. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, a joint discussion (with no listed topics), and adjournment. No specific decisions, proposals, or concrete actions are scheduled.

REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

The Noblesville School Board recognized student achievements in music, theatre, and yearbook, and heard a strategic plan update on student well-being and belonging. The board approved a consent agenda including payroll and purchasing claims totaling $17,589,241.04, along with donations, overnight trips, and minutes from February 2026. No public comment was offered on agenda topics.

• Approved payroll claims of $7,567,837.90 and purchases and other invoices of $10,021,403.14
• Recognized Noblesville High School students for ISSMA state solo and ensemble gold ratings and the Thespian Troupe #8118's state championships
• Heard strategic plan update on Goal 2: Compassionate Care and Support, including results from a Satchel Pulse well-being survey
• Approved overnight trips for NHS DECA to Indianapolis and NHS baseball to Clarksville, TN
• Recognized NWMS teachers Levi Byers, Adrienne Kavanaugh, and Marlee Light through the Hare Teachers Spotlight program

EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Noblesville School Board met in executive session on March 3, 2026, behind closed doors as permitted under Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b). The agenda contains only procedural items: calling the session to order, referencing an attached agenda, and adjourning. No public discussion or decisions were made.

• Board voted 5-0 to adjourn the executive session at 3:10 p.m.

WORK SESSION

The Noblesville School Board held a work session and voted 5-0 to approve overnight and out-of-state trips for NHS Singers and Jazz bands to Illinois and Ohio. The agenda also included a public comment period (no comments were made) and board recognitions.

• Approved overnight trip for NHS Singers and New Dimension to Arlington Heights, IL, March 6–8, 2026
• Approved overnight trip for NHS Jazz bands to Cincinnati, OH, March 7, 2026
• Board voted 5-0 on both trips; next regular meeting scheduled for March 17, 2026

REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

The Noblesville School Board approved a resolution authorizing emergency paid leave due to the January 26, 2026 weather closure. The board also approved consent items including claims totaling $21.86 million and personnel actions. Additionally, the board recognized student band achievements and North Elementary teachers, and heard a strategic plan update on exceptional staffing.

• Approved Resolution Authorizing Emergency Paid Leave for Jan. 26 weather closure
• Approved claims totaling $21,860,742.28 (payroll $6,815,961.20 plus purchases $15,044,781.08)
• Approved overnight trips for NHS winter guard, HOSA students, and 4th graders
• Approved separate personnel list related to expanded background checks per state law
• Recognized North Elementary teachers Erin Garibay, Jami Gersonde, and Abigail Wilkinson via Hare Chevrolet program ($1,000 to school)

EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Noblesville School Board met in executive session on Feb. 3, 2026, under Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b), which allows closed meetings for specific purposes such as personnel or legal matters. No votes on public policy were taken; the session adjourned after discussion. The specific agenda items were attached as a PDF and are not detailed in the main agenda.

• Executive session called to order at 1 p.m.
• Discussion held under Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b) (permitted closed-session topics)
• Motion to adjourn passed 5-0, ending the session at 3:15 p.m.

REORGANIZATIONAL / REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

The Noblesville School Board held its annual reorganizational and regular meeting, electing officers and approving routine appointments for the 2026 calendar year. The board discussed and unanimously voted to keep board member compensation at $2,000 annually, rather than the proposed $4,800, citing fiscal responsibility. They also retained legal counsel at $1,800 per month and approved committee and administrative appointments.

• Re-elected Christi Crosser as Board President, Stephanie Lambert as Vice President, and Joe Forgey as Secretary
• Approved board committee appointments including Safe Schools, Technology, and Wellness committees
• Retained Church, Church, Hittle & Antrim as legal counsel at $1,800 per month
• Voted to keep board member compensation at $2,000 annually, not the proposed $4,800
• Appointed David Hortemiller as Treasurer and Susan Wilson as Deputy Treasurer

EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Noblesville School Board met in a closed executive session on January 20, 2026. The agenda lists only procedural items: convening the session, conducting business under Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b), and adjourning. No public discussion or decisions were documented in the agenda.

• No public agenda items; closed session per Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)

BOARD OF FINANCE MEETING

The Noblesville Schools Board of Finance held a meeting to reorganize and review the annual statement of investment earnings, investment income policy, and fiscal indicators report. The board elected Stephanie Lambert as president and Joe Forgey as secretary, then approved the annual documents by a 5-0 vote.

• Reorganization of the Board of Finance: Stephanie Lambert elected president, Joe Forgey secretary
• Approval of Annual Statement of Investment Earnings, Investment Income Policy, and Fiscal Indicators Report

EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Noblesville Schools Board held a closed executive session on January 14, 2026, pursuant to Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b). The board discussed an attached agenda behind closed doors, then voted 5-0 to adjourn after about two and a half hours. No public decisions or votes were taken.

• Executive session called to order at 12:30 p.m. and adjourned at 3:10 p.m.
• Closed meeting held under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b) for specific permissible circumstances.
• Motion to adjourn made by Misti Ray, seconded by Joe Forgey, passed 5-0.